1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 12 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, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
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, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Roadmaster | Grandeur |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |