2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 227 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
