2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 876 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. 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 (395 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
