1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, both 1995 Buick Roadmaster and 1995 Mitsubishi Magna 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 143 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model Roadmaster Magna
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2555 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 257 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2730 mm


 

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