1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort 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 127 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 699 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Escort |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
