2009 Subaru Outback vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 473 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 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
