1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1993 Buick Century
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
Because 1996 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 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Century, 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1993 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Roadmaster | Century |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2664 mm |
