1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 13 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 25 kg more 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Roadmaster | Thesis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |