1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. Both 1985 Avanti Avanti and 1990 Buick Roadmaster are equipped with a 5,002 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |