1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 950 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Roadmaster | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |