1969 Buick GS vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 41 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 358 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
