1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1451 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 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pulsar | Titan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3560 mm |
