1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 11 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 121 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Roadmaster | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
