1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1953 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chrysler Windsor (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 180 kg more than 1953 Chrysler Windsor.
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.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1953 Chrysler Windsor | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Roadmaster | Windsor |
Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |