1971 Buick GS vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 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, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 606 kg more than 1971 Buick GS.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
