1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 19 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Traverse |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |