2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1190 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | LR3 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
