1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Roadmaster | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
