1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 23 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 653 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Acura ILX, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2013 Acura ILX has manual transmission. 2013 Acura ILX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Roadmaster | ILX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
