2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 167 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 898 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2074 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
