2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Lucerne | 616 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 910 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 |