2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1990 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Hyundai Equus 1990 Nissan Presea
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Equus Presea
Year Released 2002 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 5340 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2510 mm