2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 1994 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Polo | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
