1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 203 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.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Roadmaster | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |