2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
