2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 419 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pathfinder | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2129 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
