2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Pathfinder | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
