2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna 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 164 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lucerne | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
