2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 676 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Lucerne | Midge |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1400 mm |
