1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Dodge Ram 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Ram 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 | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Roadmaster | Ram |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
