2002 Honda Acty vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
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 Acty (139 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Acty | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
