1971 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 604 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Opel Rekord 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 1971 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Rekord | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
