1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Reliant Scimitar 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) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1990 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1990 Reliant Scimitar 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 | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Buick | Reliant |
| Model | Roadmaster | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |
