1982 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1982 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 335 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Pulsar | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pulsar | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
