1989 Honda Integra vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 1991 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Integra | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
