1995 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 15 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 775 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pulsar | Antara |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |