1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 935 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | Vision |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |