1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Roadmaster | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
