1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
