1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 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 89 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac 6000 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Pontiac | Buick |
Model | 6000 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2936 mm |