2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 19 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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1974 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
