1954 Buick 70 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Because 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (294 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | 70 | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2530 mm |
