1954 Buick 70 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 70 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2630 mm |
