1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 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) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Roadmaster | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
