1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
