1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 36 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Falcon 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 | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Falcon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |