2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 696 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Tacoma | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2440 mm |
