2004 Honda Avancier vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Avancier (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 2004 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Pintara has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Pintara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Avancier | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Avancier | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
