1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |
