2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pathfinder | P5B |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
