1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Roadmaster | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |