1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charade 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:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
| Model | Charade | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 292 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2936 mm |
