1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | F-150 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |