1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pulsar | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
