1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 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 192 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 759 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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, 1992 Renault 19, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 19 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 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Roadmaster | 19 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |