2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina 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 178 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 782 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 1965 Ford Cortina. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |