2005 Scion xA vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2005 Scion xA 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA. 1989 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 2005 Scion xA has manual transmission. 2005 Scion xA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Scion | Nissan |
| Model | xA | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
