1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 703 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1974 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1974 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |