1999 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 9 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1999 AC Aceca 1990 Buick Roadmaster
Make AC Buick
Model Aceca Roadmaster
Year Released 1999 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 5732 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 346 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 2030 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5490 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 62 L


 

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