1993 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Pulsar | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pulsar | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
