1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
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, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Pulsar | 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pulsar | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2060 mm |
