1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadmaster | Viano |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
