1954 Buick 70 vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 28 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 141 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1982 Jeep CJ7 has manual transmission. 1982 Jeep CJ7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 70 | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2380 mm |
