1971 Buick GS vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 318 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
