1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1994 Buick Century
To start off, 1994 Buick Century is newer by 4 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Century.
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, 1994 Buick Century, 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) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1994 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Roadmaster | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2662 mm |
