1982 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 182 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pulsar | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
