1994 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
