1971 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Publica | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Publica | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |