1954 Buick 70 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 201 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 70 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
