1955 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 46 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 95 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | 40 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
