1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Roadmaster | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
