1955 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
