1954 Buick 70 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 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) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 70 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2620 mm |