1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX 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, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX 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 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | NSX |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |