1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 13 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
