1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (187 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
