1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 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 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 142 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 472 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadmaster | Golf |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |