1954 Buick 70 vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 721 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno. 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 Suzuki Reno, 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) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | 70 | Reno |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
