1954 Buick 70 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 452 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | 70 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2880 mm |
