2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 687 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
