1986 Nissan Pulsar NX

The CarCody take

The 1986 Nissan Pulsar NX is a front-wheel-drive subcompact car with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and five-speed manual transmission. Its EPA figures are 27 MPG city, 35 MPG highway, and 30 MPG combined. EPA annual fuel cost is listed at $2,250, with tailpipe emissions of 296.23 grams per mile.

Who it suits. Drivers seeking a subcompact front-wheel-drive car Drivers comfortable with a five-speed manual Highway-heavy driving at 35 MPG

What it is

The Pulsar NX is a 1986 Nissan subcompact car. It uses front-wheel drive, a 1.6 L four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a five-speed manual transmission.

Its defining EPA figure is 30 MPG combined. That combines the car's 27 MPG city figure with its 35 MPG highway figure.

The numbers

Expect 27 MPG in city driving and 35 MPG on the highway. The combined figure is 30 MPG, so your result depends on how much of your driving is in town or at highway speed.

The EPA lists tailpipe emissions at 296.23 grams of CO2 per mile.

What it costs to run

The EPA annual fuel cost is $2,250. That is the listed yearly fuel estimate for this gasoline-powered Pulsar NX.

How it compares

On an MPG chart, the Pulsar NX is represented by its 30 MPG combined figure. Use that number to line it up with other Nissan cars and other cars measured on the same basis.

Who it suits

This car suits a driver who wants a small front-wheel-drive car and is comfortable shifting a manual transmission.

Its 35 MPG highway figure gives it a clear fit for drivers whose miles are mostly on the open road.

Trade-offs

The five-speed manual and front-wheel drive define how it is driven. City mileage is lower at 27 MPG, while highway mileage rises to 35 MPG.

It runs on gasoline, carries a listed annual fuel cost of $2,250, and has tailpipe emissions of 296.23 grams per mile.

Verdict

The 1986 Pulsar NX is a straightforward subcompact for someone who prefers a manual gearbox and front-wheel drive. Its 30 MPG combined result gives a usable everyday reference, with stronger economy on highway trips than in city traffic. The yearly fuel estimate is $2,250, so running cost remains part of the decision. Choose it when this size, drivetrain, and transmission match your driving; look elsewhere if you need a different fuel type or automatic shifting.