1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |