1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1995 Ford Thunderbird 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 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Thunderbird | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2936 mm |