1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 656 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | 929 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
