1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 77 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
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1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Roadmaster | Kyron |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |