1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. Both 1993 Buick Roadmaster and 1969 Chevrolet Impala are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Impala |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
