2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 979 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Pathfinder | Toronado |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |