2012 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1418 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2283 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
