1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
