1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 14 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Venture |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |