1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1996 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, both 1996 Buick Roadmaster and 1996 ZAZ Slavuta were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 ZAZ Slavuta, 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. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1996 ZAZ Slavuta has manual transmission. 1996 ZAZ Slavuta 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 | 1996 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Buick | ZAZ |
| Model | Roadmaster | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
