2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
