1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Roadmaster | SVX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
