2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 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 79 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 986 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Lucerne | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
