1987 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 658 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 25 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | 25 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
