2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Lucerne | Dart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
