1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1976 Ford Capri
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1976 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
