1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
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 Saab 03-Sep, 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Roadmaster | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2675 mm |
