1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 19 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 159 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Roadmaster | Prius |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |