1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 7 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 251 kg more than 1985 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pulsar | Vento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
