2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 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 93 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 811 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Lucerne 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 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18, 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
