2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 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 145 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Lucerne | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
