1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 551 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1994 De Tomaso Guara 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 1994 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Guara 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:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | De Tomaso | Buick |
Model | Guara | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2936 mm |