2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pathfinder | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
