1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2002 Honda Saber
To start off, 2002 Honda Saber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda Saber. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Saber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber, 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2002 Honda Saber | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Saber |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2649 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |