1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1984 Fiat 131
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 131 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 107 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 790 kg more than 1984 Fiat 131. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat 131 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 | 1984 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Roadmaster | 131 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
