1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Montrose. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Montrose | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Montrose | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |