2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 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 210 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 612 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Pathfinder | 66 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 94 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |