1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is newer by 9 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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser.
Because 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (373 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Roadmaster | Retro Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
