2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1965 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Lucerne 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 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1965 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Lucerne | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
