1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | A |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |