2009 Acura RDX vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1993 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RDX | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
