1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1995 Mazda MX-3 and 1995 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (136 Nm). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-3 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
