1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1979 Seat 133
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 133 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1979 Seat 133. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1979 Seat 133 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Roadmaster | 133 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |