1995 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 202 kg more than 1995 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Pulsar | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pulsar | Bora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
