2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford LTD 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 1977 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | LTD |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3080 mm |