1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 653 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
