1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1987 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1987 Saab 900 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.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1987 Saab 900 | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Roadmaster | 900 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |