1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 675 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 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Pulsar | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Pulsar | Kuga |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |