1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1092 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Pulsar | Rexton |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |