2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 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 63 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 760 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | 21 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
