1954 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 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, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 40 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |
