1977 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 248 kg more than 1977 Buick Electra. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
