2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady 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 63 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. 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 1972 Nissan Fairlady. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
