2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1377 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2560 mm |
