2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
