1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 18 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, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 874 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Flex |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |