1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 416 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
