2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
