1954 Buick 70 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX 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 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 70 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |
