1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1985 Nissan Pulsar and 1985 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pulsar | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2400 mm |
