1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | Roadmaster | 700C |
Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1950 mm |