1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (70 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Festiva | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |
