1993 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort 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 157 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 661 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Escort | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
