1969 AMC AMX vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 793 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | AMX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
