1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 866 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Cortina | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2936 mm |