1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1977 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Centura 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 59 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 914 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1977 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1977 Chrysler Centura 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 | 1977 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Roadmaster | Centura |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
