1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 19 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, 2012 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 92 kg more than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Edge, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Edge |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |