2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
