2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1990 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 197 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1990 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 1990 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1990 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Lucerne | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
