1977 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick 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 144 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 466 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Maverick 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 1977 Ford Maverick. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Maverick | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2936 mm |
