1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1981 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Maserati Merak. 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. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1981 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1981 Maserati Merak 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:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1981 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Roadmaster | Merak |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
