1998 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |