2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Pathfinder | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
