2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona 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 153 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 842 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. 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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Lucerne | Ascona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |