2005 Honda FR-V vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 426 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
