1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |