1982 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 610 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Pulsar | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pulsar | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
