1954 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 52 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1134 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
