1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan MM. (372 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan MM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | MM |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1530 mm |
