2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
