1991 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Pulsar | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Pulsar | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
