2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 152 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 872 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lucerne | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
