2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1986 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Proton Saloon 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 208 more horse power than 1986 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1986 Proton Saloon.
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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1986 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Lucerne | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
