1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 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 146 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 669 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin 2200 has manual transmission. 1972 Austin 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 2200 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
