1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1983 Mazda 323 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 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 323 | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 323 | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 79 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |