2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 9 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 226 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | C-MAX | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
