2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 725 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
