1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 21 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 3 kg more than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Roadmaster | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |