2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lucerne | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
