1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 182 kg more than 1989 Lexus LS.
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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1989 Lexus LS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Roadmaster | LS |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |