2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
