1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Kia Cadenza
To start off, 2010 Kia Cadenza is newer by 20 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cadenza (201 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cadenza should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Kia Cadenza.
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, 2010 Kia Cadenza, 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.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Kia Cadenza | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Roadmaster | Cadenza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4965 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2845 mm |