1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
