1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 15 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Roadmaster | 944 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |