2005 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 16 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
