1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 5 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 104 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Roadmaster | IS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |