1984 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 557 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.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Pulsar | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pulsar | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
