1984 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. 2005 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Nissan Pulsar | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Pulsar | Rexton |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |