2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 418 kg more than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1985 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1268 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
