2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Sports |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 860 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2160 mm |