1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 511 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. 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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Roadmaster | Carens |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |