1954 Buick 70 vs. 2004 Opel Trixx

To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx 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 131 more horse power than 2004 Opel Trixx. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Trixx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1954 Buick 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Trixx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Trixx. (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Trixx.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Buick 70 2004 Opel Trixx
Make Buick Opel
Model 70 Trixx
Year Released 1954 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5274 cc 1251 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 161 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1983 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5520 mm 3050 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 1950 mm


 

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