1983 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Pulsar | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pulsar | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
