1986 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 556 kg more than 1986 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |