1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 203 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 363 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |