1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 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 180 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
