1970 Buick GS vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Buick GS.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
