1993 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang 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 121 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 466 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Mustang 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 1993 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mustang | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Mustang | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |