2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
