2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 935 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Nissan Pathfinder 1990 Toyota Corolla
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Pathfinder Corolla
Year Released 2002 1990
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2440 mm


 

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