1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 18 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 (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 364 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream. 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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Stream 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.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Stream |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |