1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 14 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Roadmaster | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
