2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon 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 (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 247 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Falcon 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 1980 Ford Falcon. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
