1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1988 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 1988 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pulsar | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| 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 | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
