2003 Ford Puma vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 42 kg more than 2003 Ford Puma. 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, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
