1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 274 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
