1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Roadmaster | Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
