2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 652 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
