1992 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire

To start off, 1992 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 197 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1992 Nissan Pulsar 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
Make Nissan Oldsmobile
Model Pulsar Jetfire
Year Released 1992 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 3531 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1297 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2850 mm