1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300, 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Roadmaster | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
