2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 Mazda RX-4
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 RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 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 113 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 652 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mazda RX-4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1977 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Lucerne | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
