1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 15 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 157 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
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, 2010 Renault Trafic, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Trafic. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Trafic 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 | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Roadmaster | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
