1993 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1993 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. 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 72 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 334 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Pulsar | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pulsar | Floride |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
