1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma, 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Roadmaster | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
