2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 607 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 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 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Lucerne | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |