2002 Acura MDX vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
