1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross
To start off, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Roadmaster | Vehicross |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |