1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, both 1991 Buick Roadmaster and 1991 Chevrolet Corsica were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 595 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Corsica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |