1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 9 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 133 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
