1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 18 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 17 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 101 kg more than 2013 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Roadmaster | RDX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
