1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 25 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, 2010 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Pulsar | Atos |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
