1977 Holden Kingswood 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 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 118 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 354 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 Holden Kingswood. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Kingswood | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |