1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2002 Toyota FXS

To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS 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 2002 Toyota FXS.

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 (393 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Buick Roadmaster 2002 Toyota FXS
Make Buick Toyota
Model Roadmaster FXS
Year Released 1991 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5731 cc 4290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 177 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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