2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 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 133 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 687 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. 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 (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Lucerne | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
