1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 405 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Roadmaster | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2895 mm |
