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 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 18 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 77 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 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 | 5279 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1797 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |
