1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (318 Nm). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
