1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Caprice |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |