1954 Buick 70 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1313 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1970 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | 70 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2170 mm |
