2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade 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) has 160 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 977 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Lucerne | Ballade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 321 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2330 mm |