1954 Buick 40 vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 34 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 157 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 585 kg |
