1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 434 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville.

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, 1992 Cadillac Seville, 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Buick Roadmaster 1992 Cadillac Seville
Make Buick Cadillac
Model Roadmaster Seville
Year Released 1993 1992
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 4915 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1596 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 5320 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 100 L


 

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