1954 Buick 40 vs. 1977 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1977 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | 40 | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1110 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |