1969 Buick GS vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 365 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
