1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno 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 105 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 930 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Uno 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.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Roadmaster | Uno |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |