1954 Buick 70 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion

To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 51 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion, 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Buick 70 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model 70 Dion
Year Released 1954 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5274 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1983 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5520 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 2710 mm


 

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