1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1961 Ford Popular
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1961 Ford Popular. 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. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1961 Ford Popular | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Popular |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2220 mm |