1993 Mazda 121 vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1993 Mazda 121 and 1993 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121. 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda 121 | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 121 | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |