1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 158 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Roadmaster | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |