1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
