1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Italdesign | Nissan |
| Model | Nazca | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
