2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 194 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 828 kg more than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
