1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 119 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Roadmaster | Durango |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |