2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
