1964 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 2129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2860 mm |
