1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris 1800 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 148 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800, 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Roadmaster | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
