2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX 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 146 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 616 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S-MX 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 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Lucerne | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
