1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1982 Ford Laser
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Laser 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 83 more horse power than 1982 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1982 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1982 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Laser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
