1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 562 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. 2010 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pulsar | Quest |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3160 mm |