1979 Maserati Merak vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Maserati Merak. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1979 Maserati Merak | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Merak | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |