2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry 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 120 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 751 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
