1992 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 714 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pulsar | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Pulsar | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
