2011 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 19 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Elantra | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
