1982 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim

To start off, both 1982 Nissan Pulsar and 1982 Triumph Acclaim were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 49 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Nissan Pulsar 1982 Triumph Acclaim
Make Nissan Triumph
Model Pulsar Acclaim
Year Released 1982 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1488 cc 2213 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 150 HP
Torque 115 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 865 kg 816 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2330 mm


 

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