1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 665 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Roadmaster | Guara |
Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |