1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre 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 59 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 67 kg more than 1993 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
