1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey. 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, 2012 Dodge Journey, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Roadmaster | Journey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1692 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
