1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 12 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
