1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri 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 157 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 770 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. 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, 1991 Mercury Capri, 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Roadmaster | Capri |
Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |