1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 665 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Buick Roadmaster 2007 Ford Focus
Make Buick Ford
Model Roadmaster Focus
Year Released 1991 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5731 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L