1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Roadmaster 2009 Honda Accord
Make Buick Honda
Model Roadmaster Accord
Year Released 1995 2009
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 257 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm


 

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