2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
