1964 Checker Town vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Checker Town. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Checker | Nissan |
| Model | Town | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2850 mm |
