1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1978 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1978 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1978 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1978 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
