1954 Buick 70 vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 34 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 174 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1988 Suzuki Jimny 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | 70 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2040 mm |