1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1983 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Marcos 1800 | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Marcos | Nissan |
Model | 1800 | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2420 mm |