1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster 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 6 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Roadmaster | Aurora |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |