1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina 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 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Roadmaster | Carina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
