2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Polo 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 226 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 760 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. 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 1987 Volkswagen Polo. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
