1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
