2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
