2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 823 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
