1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 29 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |