1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 799 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (406 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roadmaster | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 361 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 | 2030 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
