1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Honda Capa is newer by 8 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. 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, 1999 Honda Capa, 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1999 Honda Capa | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Capa |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |