2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 98 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 898 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
