1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 660 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Alpine | Buick |
Model | V6 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |