2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 18 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (120 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2.
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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
