2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 171 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Pathfinder | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 97 L |
