1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Roadmaster | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
