2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 96 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 331 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Lucerne | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |