1982 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 346 kg more than 1982 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |