1954 Buick 70 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 48 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 36 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 70 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2680 mm |
