1978 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
