1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1982 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Pulsar (70 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | A 109 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
