2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Pathfinder | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
