2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica 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 135 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
