1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 566 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Pulsar | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pulsar | Murano |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |