1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1973 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1973 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Impala | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2936 mm |
