1977 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 154 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
