2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona 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 149 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 965 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
