1951 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 115 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2002 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | 40 | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2340 mm |
