1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |