1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois 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 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
| Model | Roadmaster | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2090 mm |
