1954 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 40 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |
