2000 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 10 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, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (406 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 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:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S8 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
