2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1992 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Pathfinder | V8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
