2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 266 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |