1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 362 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
