1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak is newer by 16 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak (820 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Kodiak |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 820 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
