1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. Both 1993 Buick Roadmaster and 1992 Chevrolet Suburban are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Suburban |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3350 mm |