1954 Buick 70 vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 70 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2720 mm |
