1987 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Commodore | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
