1984 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Pulsar | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pulsar | iQ |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2000 mm |