1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | F-150 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 114 L |