2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 13 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 100 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 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rainier | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |