1987 Nissan Pulsar review from North America
"Economical, but not a slouch"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I bought the car with a destroyed automatic transmission and replaced it with a manual unit. Nothing else is wrong with the car.
General comments?
This car performs very well within the parameters of the engine limits. Most people expect 4-cylinder cars to put out lots of power at low engine revolutions, and 4-cylinders can't do that. When driven with a light foot, higher revs and respect, this car will reward you with stunning power and superb handling.
The '82-88 Pulsar and Sentra use the same engines, transaxles and suspensions; But the Pulsar's lowness to the ground make for great handling, just like my two Sentras (Only better).
This car is comfortable, responsive, reliable, and downright fun. I cannot recommend it enough.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 TBI Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 108000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 121000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Sentra |
| Date of Entry | 17th October, 2003 |