1954 Buick 70 vs. 2001 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2001 Eagle Talon is newer by 47 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, 2001 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2001 Eagle Talon.
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, 2001 Eagle Talon, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Eagle Talon. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2001 Eagle Talon 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 | 2001 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Buick | Eagle |
| Model | 70 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |
