1999 Ford Ka vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
