1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1961 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1961 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Roadmaster | Minx |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
