1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Roadmaster | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3052 mm |