2009 Audi A5 vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 18 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
