1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2779 mm |
