1984 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1987 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 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 Honda Civic (131 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (102 Nm). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1987 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
