1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1968 MG 1100
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG 1100 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1968 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1968 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 MG 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1968 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Roadmaster | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
