1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 750 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pulsar | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2649 mm |
