2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pathfinder | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
