1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 14 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Roadmaster | IS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |