1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 371 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
