1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 579 kg more than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
