2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Lantra 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 186 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 886 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Lucerne | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
