1982 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1982 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Pulsar (70 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Pulsar (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Pulsar | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Pulsar | Victor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
