1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1580 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 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Pulsar | Q7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3002 mm |