2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
