1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 20 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Roadmaster | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
