1955 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 49 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 69 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | 40 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1315 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
