1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
