2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 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 180 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 827 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 1970 Renault 10. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
