1954 Buick 70 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 58 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 61 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | 70 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2750 mm |