1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 13 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 152 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Aveo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |