1982 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Pulsar | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pulsar | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
