1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 480 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |