2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1856 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | Pintara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 168 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2560 mm |