2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina 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 178 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |