1994 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Pulsar | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pulsar | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
