1982 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 30 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, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Pulsar | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pulsar | 11 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
