1977 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
