2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2980 mm |
