1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 11 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 125 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, 1996 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Pulsar | 400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
