1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E 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 20 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata E. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata E has manual transmission. 1998 Tata E 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 Tata E | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Roadmaster | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |