2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 163 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 687 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Lucerne | 124 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |