2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce 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 157 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 567 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Lucerne | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |