1998 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |