2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 760 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Lucerne | Familia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2200 mm |