1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 5 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Roadmaster | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |