1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Roadmaster | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |