1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. (248 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadmaster | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |