2007 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 1990 Nissan Pintara
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Pintara
Year Released 2007 1990
Engine Size 4163 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2560 mm