2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 611 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Pathfinder | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
