1983 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 24 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Pulsar | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Pulsar | Indica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
