2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 551 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Lucerne | Dart |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |