1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 231 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Custom |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
