2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida 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 147 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 607 kg more than 1989 Toyota Cressida. 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 1989 Toyota Cressida. 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 (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
