1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Roadmaster | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
