1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 12 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan 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.
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1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Econovan |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |