1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |