2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1992 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1992 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
