1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Roadmaster | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
