1983 Chrysler Laser vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1983 Chrysler Laser and 1983 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Chrysler Laser (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Laser | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
