1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | 40 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
