2005 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 34 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
