2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 484 kg more than 1970 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
