1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 13 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 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Buick Roadmaster.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Roadmaster | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
