2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. 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 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Siete |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
