1993 Audi V8 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 197 kg more than 1993 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | V8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
