1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 554 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Falcon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |