2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante 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 197 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Lucerne | Chante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |