1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 19 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 53 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Roadmaster | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |