1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 310 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 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. 1993 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mustang | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
