1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 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 159 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 814 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 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 Mazda 818. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 818 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:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | 818 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 880 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2936 mm |
