1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 86 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. 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 Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |