2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette 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 182 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Pathfinder | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
