2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (391 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
