2002 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (158 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 517 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
