2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 372 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 1983 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Capri |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |