1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
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 Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 849 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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 (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Vega |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |