1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 360 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
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1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | R |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3216 mm |