1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 10 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 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Mobilio |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |