1975 Audi Fox vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 988 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi Fox has manual transmission. 1975 Audi Fox 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.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi Fox | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Fox | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |