[Tosser]

I am new to all of this but based on the ads I have seen it seems that most mini dune buggies (Kandi, Coolster, Baja, etc.) are using a knockoff of a Honda GY6 engine and CVT. They seem to be rated between 8 and 9.5 hp when you look at specs.

Whenever I see ads for Manco (and Yerf Dog) it looks like the engine is rated in horsepower rather than cc's. Many have Subaru Robin engines in 6.5 (169cc), 9 hp (265 cc).

My question is how do you compare these. Is a 6.5 (169cc) Robin engine comparable in power and performance to a 150cc GY6 (rated at 8 hp)? Is a 9 hp Robin (265cc) really in the same class as a 250cc buggy?

I feel like I am comparing apples and oranges. Can someone please fill me in on this. Thank you for any help.