2006 Lotus Exige vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Exige | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
