1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Roadmaster | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 7350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |