2011 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 19 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 943 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Ridgeline | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
