1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug 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 146 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Bug has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Bug 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 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Buick | Reliant |
| Model | Roadmaster | Bug |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 23 L |
