2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Lucerne | Super 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |