1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 900 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 1998 Honda Civic, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic 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 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |