1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Roadmaster | Minor |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |