1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 75 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |