1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2597 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |