1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 731 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 395 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |