1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster 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 112 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 888 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
