1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 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) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Roadmaster | Sumo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |