2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 19 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Enclave | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
