1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 789 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort, 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Escort |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
