2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina 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 141 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 876 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |