1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 458 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (406 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
