1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
