1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 19 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadmaster | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
