1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |