1997 Ford Contour vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 2 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 214 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.
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, 1997 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Contour | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |