1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 17 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 116 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1995 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
