1994 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 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 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Pulsar | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pulsar | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
