1982 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 315 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 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Pulsar | Terios |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
