1973 Honda 145 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
