1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.

Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Roadmaster 2005 Nissan Murano
Make Buick Nissan
Model Roadmaster Murano
Year Released 1990 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 231 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2830 mm


 

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