1995 Ford Versailles vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Versailles 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 219 more horse power than 1995 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Versailles.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Versailles. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Versailles. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Versailles | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Versailles | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
