1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 276 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain.
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 GMC Terrain, 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Roadmaster | Terrain |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |