1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner is newer by 12 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 55 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner 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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (270 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadmaster | Space Liner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
