2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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 (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |