1970 Buick GS vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 201 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
