1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB is newer by 13 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Isuzu KB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Roadmaster | KB |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |
