2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
