1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. 1995 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
