1975 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne

To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri 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 174 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 741 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri 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:

1975 Ford Capri 2010 Buick Lucerne
Make Ford Buick
Model Capri Lucerne
Year Released 1975 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 3900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1726 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5161 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1875 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2936 mm


 

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