1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 960 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1980 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |