2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort 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 196 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 800 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Escort 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 1956 Ford Escort. 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 (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1956 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
