2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 826 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 (372 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
