1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CW | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1740 mm |
