1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 418 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Dart | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |