2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort 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 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Escort 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 1978 Ford Escort. 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1978 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
