1954 Buick 70 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 70 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3200 mm |
