1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 850 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo, 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
