1954 Buick 70 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 117 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 70 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2550 mm |