2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 733 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
