1954 Buick 70 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 70 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3200 mm |
