1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Roadmaster | Terraza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
