1980 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 485 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |