1978 Toyota Tercel vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Tercel | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Tercel | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
