1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 694 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Jetfire | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
