2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
