2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 128 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 955 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
