2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lucerne | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
