1993 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Pulsar | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pulsar | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2537 mm |
