1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1983 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Roadmaster | Seville |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4080 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |