2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 730 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
