2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1984 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 572 kg more than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1984 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
