1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
