2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
