1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Buick | Reliant |
Model | Roadmaster | SE6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |