2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III 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 191 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III 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 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Lucerne | N III |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
