2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 766 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
