1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 614 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadmaster | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |