1954 Buick 70 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 70 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2850 mm |
