1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1989 Dodge Shadow
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow 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 81 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 566 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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 (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Shadow has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Shadow 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 | 1989 Dodge Shadow | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Roadmaster | Shadow |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 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 | 1854 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |