1972 Buick GS vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 444 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
