2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
