1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1997 Honda Integra
To start off, 1997 Honda Integra is newer by 7 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Honda Integra. (143 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 831 kg more than 1997 Honda Integra. 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, 1997 Honda Integra, 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.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1997 Honda Integra | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Integra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |