1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu I-280 has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu I-280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Roadmaster | I-280 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |