1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 470 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 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 400 R | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
