1954 Buick 70 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 70 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2830 mm |
