1993 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 20 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Pulsar | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Nissan | Bentley |
| Model | Pulsar | Continental |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3065 mm |
