1954 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 51 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |
