2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Lucerne | Prisma |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |