1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 780 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Roadmaster | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |