1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 453 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Accord |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |