1954 Buick 70 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 54 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 876 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion 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, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 70 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2730 mm |
