1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 16 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 106 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Roadmaster | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |