1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 18 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 708 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Roadmaster | Fit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
