1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 246 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
