2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 590 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Pathfinder | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
