1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 526 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Avanti Avanti | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |