1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1996 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1996 Marcos Mantis 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 | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Buick | Marcos |
| Model | Roadmaster | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
