1985 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma 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 194 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 855 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. 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) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
