2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara 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 93 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Buick | Marcos |
Model | Lucerne | Mantara |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |