2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 1000. 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 1985 Pontiac 1000. 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 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
