1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 17 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 810 kg more than 2007 MG TF. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2007 MG TF has manual transmission. 2007 MG TF 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.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Buick | MG |
Model | Roadmaster | TF |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |