2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 204 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
