2004 Nissan Murano vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 636 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
