1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 266 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |