2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 146 kg more than 1991 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Century 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 1991 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
