1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 599 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
