2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 323 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Pathfinder | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
