1991 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend 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 25 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 144 kg more than 1991 Honda Legend. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Legend | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Legend | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |