1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1974 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
