1954 Buick 70 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 55 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, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 70 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2830 mm |
