1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 437 kg more than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Armada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
