1998 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon 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 18 more horse power than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 300 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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 1998 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Step Wagon | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Step Wagon | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
