1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC 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 62 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 454 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2001 Toyota RSC 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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC 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 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Roadmaster | RSC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
