1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1995 Ford Escort

To start off, both 1995 Buick Roadmaster and 1995 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 168 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 645 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Roadmaster 1995 Ford Escort
Make Buick Ford
Model Roadmaster Escort
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 257 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm


 

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