2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 912 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
