1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 6 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1998 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Roadmaster | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
