1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 50 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V.
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, 2004 Honda FR-V, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 40 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
