1954 Buick 40 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |