1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1986 Acura Integra

To start off, both 1986 Nissan Pulsar and 1986 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.

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, 1986 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Nissan Pulsar 1986 Acura Integra
Make Nissan Acura
Model Pulsar Integra
Year Released 1986 1986
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1270 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4355 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1665 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2520 mm


 

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