1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 955 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. 1982 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |