1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 67 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 812 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
