1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Roadmaster | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
