1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
