1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2006 Chrysler Sebring, 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Roadmaster | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
