2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Smart | Nissan |
| Model | ForTwo | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
