1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lotec | Nissan |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1976 kg |
