1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 677 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
