2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart 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 118 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 222 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Lucerne | Dart |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |