2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
