1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Buick Regal
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
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, 1992 Buick Regal, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1992 Buick Regal | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Roadmaster | Regal |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |