1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Roadmaster | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |