1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 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 Mazda CX-9, 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Roadmaster | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1927 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5108 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1728 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2875 mm |