1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne

To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend 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 27 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 167 kg more than 1995 Acura 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2009 Buick Lucerne
Make Acura Buick
Model Legend Lucerne
Year Released 1995 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3880 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2300 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1762 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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