2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 177 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
