1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1986 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus 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 156 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus, 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1986 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Taurus |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |