2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 556 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Pulsar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |