1996 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile SS | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | SS | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |