1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero 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 25 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 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 (346 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Roadmaster | Fiero |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |