2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 14 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. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4. 1995 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 2009 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Brilliance BS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Brilliance | Nissan |
| Model | BS4 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
