1954 Buick 70 vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 733 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | 70 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2210 mm |