1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 10 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 94 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 386 kg more than 2000 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Altezza has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Altezza 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.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Roadmaster | Altezza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 610 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1614 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |