1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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 117 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 584 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Roadmaster | Fiero |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |