2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 1991 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
