1983 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1983 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Pulsar | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pulsar | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
