1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 224 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon 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 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Falcon | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |