2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pathfinder | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
