2012 Dodge Charger vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 19 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 829 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Charger | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Pulsar |
Year Released | 2012 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2440 mm |