1976 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. 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 1976 Toyota Carina. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Toyota Carina | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |