2012 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Astra would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Pathfinder | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2283 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
