1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 17 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Roadmaster | Terracan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |