2008 Acura TSX vs. 1992 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 566 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.

Because 1992 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura TSX 1992 Buick Roadmaster
Make Acura Buick
Model TSX Roadmaster
Year Released 2008 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2352 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 205 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5490 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 87 L


 

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