1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
