1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
Make | Buick | Willys-Overland |
Model | Roadmaster | Interlagos |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |