2006 Acura MDX vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 576 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
