1970 Porsche 914 vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914. 1994 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 914 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
