1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort 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 186 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. 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, 1981 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
