1978 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet El Camino (350 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (292 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1978 Chevrolet El Camino 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 1978 Chevrolet El Camino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
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1978 Chevrolet El Camino | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | El Camino | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 292 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2936 mm |