1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1996 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Viper 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 | 1996 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Roadmaster | Viper |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |