1998 Honda Today vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Today | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
