1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 331 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Dart | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |