2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia 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 192 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 877 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Lucerne | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
