2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 125 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Pintara |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |