1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Roadmaster | Forester |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |