2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra 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 8 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 206 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
