1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban 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 156 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 346 kg more than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Suburban |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |