1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 21 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, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 224 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 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Roadmaster | MDX |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |